Hinged Therapeutic Kit Container for Compact Organized Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing therapeutic kit containers are often large, undurable, lack ergonomic structure, and do not facilitate therapeutic liquid preparation and administration, making them inconvenient and unsafe for storage and travel.
Innovation Solution
A container with a hinge-based design that allows for multiple members to transition between closed and open configurations, featuring internal support structures for syringes and vials, and optional larger packaging for improved ergonomics, versatility, and durability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of stationary object
If existing therapeutic kit containers are made large to accommodate all components, then storage capacity is improved, but portability and convenience deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The container is divided into multiple collapsible panels that can be folded together to form a compact structure when not in use, yet expand to provide adequate storage space when needed. This segmentation allows the container to transition between small and large states, resolving the contradiction between storage capacity and portability.
2Weight of moving object
If existing therapeutic kit containers are made lightweight for portability, then ease of travel is improved, but durability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The container employs different material properties in different regions - using lightweight materials for the main body panels while incorporating reinforced hinge connections and structurally optimized joint areas. This local differentiation allows the container to remain lightweight overall while maintaining durability at critical stress points.
3Device complexity
If existing therapeutic kit containers lack internal organization to simplify structure, then manufacturing complexity is reduced, but ease of use deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The container includes pre-formed compartments and organizational features that are integrated into the basic panel structure during manufacturing. These features automatically organize therapeutic components without requiring additional complex mechanisms, thus maintaining simple construction while improving ease of use.
4Ease of manufacture
If existing therapeutic kit containers are designed with minimal features to reduce complexity, then manufacturing is simplified, but functionality deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The container panels are designed to serve multiple functions: they provide structural enclosure, create organized compartments for different therapeutic components, and can be configured to accommodate various item sizes and shapes. This multi-functionality allows the simple panel structure to deliver diverse functionalities without requiring complex additional features.
Data Source
AI summary
Device containers, such as therapeutic kit containers, are disclosed. In one embodiment, a device container comprises a first member configured to releasably hold a syringe barrel, a second member configured to releasably hold a vial, wherein the second member is coupled to the first member by a first hinge, and a third member configured to releasably hold a vial adapter, wherein the third member is coupled to the second member by a second hinge.